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Andy Cowell speaks exclusively to Crash.net about proving critics wrong and transforming Aston Martin into F1 winners.
In his role as CEO and team principal, Andy Cowell leads Aston Martin’s efforts to establish themselves as a top team in Formula 1.
Despite their current ninth position in the constructors’ championship, Aston Martin aims to ultimately become F1 world champions, investing in new facilities and securing notable talent like design legend Adrian Newey and driver Fernando Alonso.
The team initially showed promise in the 2023 season, challenging Red Bull, but struggled with in-season development, causing a decline in performance.
Cowell emphasizes the importance of efficient resource management and strategic planning to achieve success in F1 without wasting energy or demoralizing the team.
Improvements in in-season development processes, aided by new infrastructure like the wind tunnel, aim to ensure that updates bring tangible performance gains, as seen in recent races.
While challenges remain, including the need for a methodical and competitive approach, Aston Martin is positioning itself to capitalize on upcoming F1 regulatory changes in 2026.
